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SIL home-viewing checklist

Questions about the home, housemates, daily support, costs and agreements. Use the checklist on your phone or download a blank PDF.

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Prepare for a home viewing

Use this checklist when viewing a supported independent living (SIL) home with any provider. Choose the questions that matter to you.

Choose the answer that best matches what you found. Use “Not sure yet” when you need more information, and add details in the notes.

Print or take a copy

Download a blank checklist to write on, or print the answers you add below.

Download blank PDF

To keep your answers as a PDF, choose Save as PDF in your browser’s print options.

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SIL home-viewing checklist

Questions to take to any provider. Keep this copy for yourself.

The home

Can I move comfortably through the entrance, bedroom, bathroom and shared spaces?
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YesSome areas need checkingNoNot sure yet
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Is there room for my equipment, belongings and the things I enjoy?
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YesSome changes neededNoNot sure yet
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Can I have privacy, quiet time and control over my own space?
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YesSome concernsNoNot sure yet
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Can I get to the people, shops, appointments and activities important to me?
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YesTransport needs checkingNoNot sure yet
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Housemates and routines

Have I met the housemates and had a chance to explore whether we would suit each other?
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YesAnother visit arrangedNot yetNot sure yet
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Do the arrangements for meals, noise, visitors and shared spaces suit me?
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YesSome changes neededNoNot sure yet
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Would my routines, culture, communication and preferences be respected?
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YesSome changes neededI have concernsNot sure yet
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5 Point Care

SIL home-viewing checklist

Questions to take to any provider. Keep this copy for yourself.

Daily and overnight support

What help could I receive during a usual day, and what support is shared?
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What overnight support is available, and how would I get help when I need it?
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Are the arrangements for worker introductions and cover clear to me?
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ClearNeed more detailHave concernsNot sure yet
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Am I comfortable with how staff would learn about my communication, health and personal support needs?
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ComfortableNeed more detailHave concernsNot sure yet
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Costs to understand

Have I received a written breakdown separating support charges, housing costs and everyday expenses?
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YesSome costs are missingNoNot sure yet
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What would I pay for rent, groceries, utilities, transport and other costs?
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Are extra charges and the process for agreeing cost changes clear to me?
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ClearNeed more detailHave concernsNot sure yet
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5 Point Care

SIL home-viewing checklist

Questions to take to any provider. Keep this copy for yourself.

Agreements and choice

Do I understand the housing and support agreements, with help if I want it?
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YesNeed help to review themHave concernsNot sure yet
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Do I know how to raise a concern, get independent advocacy or ask for a change?
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YesNeed contact detailsNoNot sure yet
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Are the notice periods, costs and handover arrangements for moving or changing support clear?
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ClearNeed more detailHave concernsNot sure yet
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Your impression and next steps

How do I feel about this home?
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ComfortableWould like another visitHave concernsNot sure yet
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What do I still need to check, and who will answer my questions?
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Would I like another visit or someone I trust to join me before deciding?
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Another visitBring someone I trustBothNo further visit plannedNot sure yet
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Take time to decide

You can ask for another visit, written answers or someone you trust to join you.

This checklist helps you prepare questions. It does not assess funding or decide whether a home is suitable.

Arrange a home viewing

Talk with our team about the homes you would like to visit and your support preferences.

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